- Are the LED lamps replaceable in the AquaPods?
- Can I put the Fission Nano Skimmer into the back of the tank?
- Can I upgrade my Aquapod to the HQI version?
- I have a 70w HQI AquaPod system. Can I upgrade my 70w system to a 150w system?
- I have heard that I should not use the biomedia that comes with the Aquapod if I set it up as a reef tank. Is that correct?
- I've noticed that water enters the filtration section in my 12g AquaPod through the upper overflow as well as a spot lower down.
- I've seen on your website that there was a recall on the 12g AquaPod-How do I know if my AquaPod was part of the recall?
- I've seen your Hot Tips section and still need help figuring out how to lower the water level in the back of the AquaPod.
- My pump stopped working with my Aquapod. What should I do?
- The Fan in my Aquapod is not working properly.
- The hinges on my lid are broken. Can they be replaced?
- The LED's in my Aquapod have stopped working. What do I need to get?
- The water in my Aquapod is getting warmer than what is recommended. What can I do?
- When I try to fill the Aquarium up all the way I notice water seeping down the outside of the aquarium.
Are the LED lamps replaceable in the AquaPods?
Replacement LED's are avialble for the AquaPods through your retailer, part # 7106 for the 12g AquaPod (#7050) and part # 7107 for the 24g AquaPod (#7051).
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Can I put the Fission Nano Skimmer into the back of the tank?
The Fission Nano Skimmer is able to go in the back of the AquaPod. On our website under "Support" and "Hot Tips" it will give specific directions on how to fit the skimmer into the AquaPod.
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Can I upgrade my Aquapod to the HQI version?
Yes its possible to upgrade to the HQI version. You will need to replace the existing hood with the HQI light fixture (#1060 for 12g & 24g) and you will need to purchase a glass top for your Aquapod model (#7111 for 12g and #7086 for 24g). Your dealer can get these upgrade parts for you.
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I have a 70w HQI AquaPod system. Can I upgrade my 70w system to a 150w system?
The 70w fixture is not easily upgraded into a 150w fixture, nor do we recommend it.
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I have heard that I should not use the biomedia that comes with the Aquapod if I set it up as a reef tank. Is that correct?
Many reef aquariums that have enough live rock can sustain the biological requirements of the aquarium without supplemental biological filtration. This does also depend upon the amount and type of fish you keep as well as the amount you feed. Consult your dealer on the specifics of your aquarium. If you do decide to remove the biological media, do it slowly over a period of time (such as a month) so as not to shock the system.
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I've noticed that water enters the filtration section in my 12g AquaPod through the upper overflow as well as a spot lower down.
The lower outlet is in place to prevent the pump in the filtration section from running dry if the water level falls too low inside the AquaPod.
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I've seen on your website that there was a recall on the 12g AquaPod-How do I know if my AquaPod was part of the recall?
The recall on the 12g AquaPod occurred the 1st 2 weeks of 2005 which was the 1st run of the 12g AquaPods. These units did not have any serial number on the reflector portion of the AquaPod. If your AquaPod has a serial number on the reflector it was notpart of the recall.
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I've seen your Hot Tips section and still need help figuring out how to lower the water level in the back of the AquaPod.
If the Weir blocks are correctly installed in the AquaPod the filtration section will become a sump, and the water level will only fluctuate in this section when water is removed from the system manually or by evaporation. Remove water from the AquaPod to lower the water level in the filtration section.
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My pump stopped working with my Aquapod. What should I do?
The return pump can become clogged with dirt, small rocks and other debris over time, slowing or stopping it all together. If the pump is not working or not working well, unplug it, remove it from the aquarium, and clean it thoroughly according to the instructions. If it still does not work, contact your dealer about obtaining a replacement pump (part #7100 for 12g and part #7080 for 24g AquaPod).
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The Fan in my Aquapod is not working properly.
If nothing is obstructing the fan, the fan may need to be replaced. The replacement fan part number is #7120 for the 12g model and #7102 for the 24g model. Your dealer can get the replacement fan for you.
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The hinges on my lid are broken. Can they be replaced?
The 24g hinges (part #7130) can be replaced. Please contact your retailer for any replacement parts you may need. Unfortunately the 12g AquaPod hinges are not replaceable.
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The LED's in my Aquapod have stopped working. What do I need to get?
If one LED is out it may require only replacing the LED. If both LED's are out the transformer may have become damaged. Please contact your dealer about getting replacement LED's (part#7106 for 12g or #7107 for 24g) or a transformer (part #7123 for 12g or #7124 for 24g) for the Aquapod.
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The water in my Aquapod is getting warmer than what is recommended. What can I do?
Different climates, lighting time and ambient temperatures where the Aquapod is located can affect the temperature of the Aquapod, especially during the Summer months. Some things that can be done to alleviate temperature gains are 1) Keep the feed door open during the day 2) prop the lid up during the day 3)add another fan to the Aquapod or 4) replace the existing pump with a more lower wattage model 5) add a chiller.
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When I try to fill the Aquarium up all the way I notice water seeping down the outside of the aquarium.
It is recommended not to fill the AquaPod up past the black plastic rim. Surface agitation and evaporation can hit the glass top or hood of the Aquapod and get pulled over the edge of the aquarium under the plastic rim.
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